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Cooking Channel-Man Fire Food Visits Bob Sykes Bar B Que
Chef Roger Mooking from Cooking Channel's Man Fire Food made a pit stop for a little sizzle and a lot of smoke at Bob Sykes Bar B Q in Bessemer, Alabama for classic, open brick-pit barbecue on May 20, 2020.
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Bob Sykes Pies and Cakes History!
This classic Alabama BBQ joint is sweet on the cake lady. Discover the history behind our famous homemade pies and cakes.
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Sights and Scenes from the 10th Annual Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival
A look back at the incredible music, food, and community atmosphere that makes our annual festival a must-attend event.
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A Portrait of Birmingham at Work
Southern Foodways Alliance commissioned artist Celestia Morgan to document restaurant labor. Pie maker Sharon Mayes and Pitmaster Martin Vaca are featured.
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Birmingham’s BBQ Crew
Meet the crew who makes Birmingham's BBQ. A deep dive into the hardworking individuals behind the pits.
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Cooking Smoked Turkey and the Blues!
Bob Sykes hickory smoked turkey breast featured on WBRC. A holiday tradition with a bluesy twist.
Read EntryEating Alabama Podcast
Listen and Enjoy the American Story of Bob Sykes! Owner Van Sykes joins the Eating Alabama podcast.
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July 4th Celebration 2019
Iconic Bob Sykes Bar B Q cooks hundreds of slabs of ribs on July 4th.
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20 YEARS, 20 FOUNDERS: VAN SYKES
Van Sykes is one of the 20 founding members of Southern Foodways Alliance. Celebrating the people who enrich Southern food culture.
Read EntryBob Sykes The BEST BBQ!
Thank you Alabama for choosing Bob Sykes as your favorite BBQ joint in Alabama!
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